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Pellevé Wrinkle Reduction Represents the New Face of Firm

The Pellevé^® Wrinkle Reduction System from Ellman^® International (Oceanside, N.Y.) is a revolutionary skin tightening system for non-ablative rejuvenation, utilizing an advanced, innovative radiofrequency (RF) technology to target fine lines, wrinkles and aging skin. Pellevé slowly delivers heat into the deep layers of skin, facilitating the creation of new collagen, elastin and tighter skin. This virtually painless treatment is comfortable and safe for the patient. Recently, Ellman^® launched the newest generation of Pellevé, featuring the GlideSafe™ handpieces. The entire range of handpieces includes four sizes that fit perfectly into any aesthetic practice, offering individual patient customization with long-term skin benefits.

According to Amy Fowler, M.D., assistant professor and director of resident education at the University of North Carolina, department of ophthalmology, “The versatility of having a range of handpieces to work with for different areas adds another benefit to the Pellevé System and allows for the safe treatment of specific areas of concern for my patients. Pellevé was developed on the platform of Ellman's Surgitron^® RF technology, which I also use for all of my surgical procedures in addition to the treatment of fine facial telangiectases and small lesion removal.” The GlideSafe handpieces are available in 7.5 mm, 10 mm, 15 mm, 20 mm diameters and the compact ergonomic design allows for comfortable maneuvering around the contours of the face, including areas that are difficult to access such as the periorbital region. 

Dr. Fowler added, “My patients appreciate that the treatment is quick, affordable and comfortable with no downtime so they can get back to their normal routines immediately. The results I can achieve for fine lines and skin tightening are greatly appreciated by my patients.” The minimal downtime benefits of Pellevé are particularly appealing to the majority of patients seeking quick, effective age reversing treatments. The Pellevé system precisely delivers energy to the dermal layers using advanced RF technology to induce collagen contraction without damaging the epidermis. The result is skin tightening and contouring with a noticeable improvement in skin quality and texture.

Barry DiBernardo, M.D., a plastic surgeon in Montclair, N.J., feels, “the technology incorporated into the Pellevé system sets it apart from other wrinkle reducing treatments. This system delivers continuous RF energy so the clinician can choose how much energy to deliver and in what areas. By using a combination of the different sizes of GlideSafe handpieces, specific areas of concern can be addressed, resulting in patients receiving just the right amount of energy to achieve the desired effect.”

“As a key benefit of Pellevé treatment patients often experience immediate results and a reduction in the visibility of wrinkles at the treatment areas,” Dr. DiBernardo reported. “Over the course of six months, they continue to see smoother skin. While many patients see results after just one session of Pellevé, I often recommend multiple treatments based on individual skin needs.”

Another significant point of difference with Pellevé is that practitioners can work on the deeper dermal layers for tightening, and combine resurfacing treatments to address pigmentary and textural changes in the skin. As plastic surgeon Steven L. Davis, D.O., explained, “The major advantage of the Pellevé system is that the tightening occurs within multiple layers of the skin since the RF energy is delivered to the deep tissues. In the past I would try to get these results by using a laser in resurfacing mode, setting the energy deep enough to change the collagen. With Pellevé, I am actually able to get to the deep tissues without disrupting the surface at all, so I can resurface their skin using a gentler mode, thus reducing the downtime for patients. The technology allows me to tailor the procedure to each patient so I can concentrate on the eyelid area or perioral wrinkling as needed.” 

Dr. David added, “Pellevé is a non-invasive procedure so there are minimal side effects or discomfort. Unlike other skin tightening systems, no anesthesia or skin cooling is required so patients can go right back to their routine immediately after treatment.”
For more information, visit www.pelleve.com